Ontario Family Court Forms Guide

Navigating Ontario family court as a self-represented litigant means understanding the forms. Each form has a specific purpose and a specific time when it must be filed. Filing the wrong form, or filing it late, can delay your case and affect outcomes.

Where to Find Ontario Family Court Forms

All official Ontario family law forms are available at ontariocourts.ca under the Family Court forms section. Always download the current version — forms are periodically updated.

Key Forms Every Self-Represented Litigant Should Know

Form 8 — Application (General)

This is how you start most family law cases. Filed by the Applicant (the person starting the case) to begin proceedings for divorce, custody, access, support, or property matters.

Form 10 — Answer

Filed by the Respondent (the other party) in response to a Form 8 Application. If you are the Respondent, you must file a Form 10 within 30 days of being served. Missing this deadline has serious consequences.

Form 14A — Affidavit (General)

Used to provide sworn written evidence to the court. Required for motions and many other proceedings. Your sworn statement of facts.

Form 13 — Financial Statement (Property and Support Claims)

Required in cases involving property or support. A detailed financial disclosure document including income, assets, liabilities, and expenses. Must be completed carefully and honestly — it is sworn evidence.

Form 13B — Net Family Property Statement

Used in property division cases. Calculates each party's net family property at the date of marriage and date of separation.

Form 17A — Case Conference Brief

Filed before a case conference. Outlines the issues in dispute and what each party is seeking. Must be filed at least seven days before the conference.

Form 23 — Summons to Witness

Used to require someone to appear at a hearing and/or bring documents. Served on witnesses who may not otherwise attend voluntarily.

Tips for Completing Court Forms

• Read the entire form and instructions before starting
• Be honest and complete — incomplete forms can be rejected
• Use the current version from ontariocourts.ca
• Keep copies of everything you file
• Note the filing deadlines for each form

Related Resources

• How to Write an Affidavit in Ontario
• Navigating Family Court as a Self-Represented Litigant
• What to Expect at a Case Conference
• Legal Resources Hub